2720 W 24th Ave, Vancouver, BC, MLS® R3049843

Welcome to the charming neighborhood of Arbutus, where you'll find the perfect blend of community spirit and urban convenience. I'm delighted to introduce you to this beautiful home, located at 2720 W 24th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6L 1R1, with MLS listing number R3049843.

As we step into this vibrant community, you'll be surrounded by top-notch educational institutions. Just down the road, you'll find Trafalgar Elementary School, rated 6.7/10, within a comfortable 0.17 km radius. The property's proximity to this excellent school makes it an attractive choice for families, providing a strong foundation for their children's education. Plus, Prince of Wales Secondary School, with a rating of No Rating, is just 0.85 km away, offering students a range of academic and extracurricular opportunities.

For those seeking a more independent education, Pear Tree Elementary School, with No Rating, is located 1.45 km from the property, while Fraser Academy, also with No Rating, is just 1.49 km away, offering students a unique and personalized learning experience.

Now, let's talk about the safety of this neighborhood. According to the latest crime statistics from 2020, the overall crime rate near 2720 W 24th Avenue is 7,470.82, which is Average compared to other Canadian cities. While there were 52,217 disturbances in the area, you can rest assured that this is a relatively safe community, with a -14.94% year-over-year decrease in the total crime rate.

Regarding specific types of crime, the drug crime rate is Average, with 229.49 incidents per 100,000 population, and the property crime rate is Above Average, with 5,020.27 incidents per 100,000 population. However, there's a reassuring -20.80% year-over-year decrease in property misconduct rates.

Violent crime rates are also relatively low, with 1,311.69 incidents per 100,000 population, which is Below Average compared to other BC municipalities. The year-over-year change in violent crime rates is a positive 3.53%.

As we explore the community, you'll find that the closest bus station, Southbound Macdonald St @ Alamein Ave, is just 0.16 km away, making it incredibly convenient for commuters.

Demographically, this neighborhood is thriving, with 47.2% of residents holding a university certificate or degree, which is High compared to other BC neighborhoods. Additionally, 10.2% of the population has no certificate or degree, which is Low compared to the average in BC.

The median household income near this home is $82,432, which is Above Average compared to the British Columbia average. Meanwhile, the median personal income is $33,554, which is Average compared to the BC average. Interestingly, 44.5% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, which is Low.

Unemployment rates in the area are also low, at 6%, which is Below Average compared to other province neighborhoods.

In terms of population growth, the neighborhood has seen a -4.8% change between 2011 and 2016, which is Low compared to average growth rates in this region.

As we delve deeper into the community's characteristics, you'll find that the population density per square kilometer is 3,712.1, which is High. Average family sizes in the area are 3, which is Above Average, and 69.5% of families have children, making it a family-friendly community. Interestingly, 57.5% of the population is married or living common law, which is Average.

The average age of the population is 42.4, which is Average compared to other BC cities.

Now, let's talk about the real estate context. The average value of dwellings in this neighborhood is $3,064,263, which is High compared to other areas in British Columbia. Average owner payments are High, at $2,459, while tenants are paying $1,558, which is also High.

Interestingly, 27.5% of the population in this district are renters, which is Average compared to other BC cities and areas. Language-wise, 11% of the population speaks both English and French, which is Above Average, while 81.9% speak only English, which is Below Average.

As for transportation, 22.7% of the population uses public transport, which is Above Average, while 65.1% use cars, which is Low. 5.4% use bicycles, which is High, and 4.5% walk, which is Average.

In conclusion, this charming home at 2720 W 24th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6L 1R1, with